Harman 2600 User Manual

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SAFETY INFORMATION

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. The A/V receiver’s cabinet may be cleaned by gently wiping with a soft

cotton or microfiber cloth. Do not use water or any liquid cleaners.

7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. When the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11. Only use the attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table

specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

Wet Location Marking

Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

Service Instructions

CAUTION – These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operating instructions, unless you are qualified to do so.

Outdoor Use Marking

WARNING – To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

SAFETY INFORMATION

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Verify Line Voltage Before Use

Your AVR 2600 has been designed for use with 120-volt AC current. Connection to a line voltage other than that for which it is intended can create a safety and fire hazard and may damage the unit.

If you have any questions about the voltage requirements for your specific model, or about the line voltage in your area, contact your selling dealer before plugging the unit into a wall outlet.

Do Not Use Extension Cords

To avoid safety hazards, use only the power cord attached to your unit. We do not recommend that extension cords be used with this product. As with all electrical devices, do not run power cords under rugs or carpets or place heavy objects on them. Damaged power cords should be replaced immediately by an authorized service center with a cord meeting factory specifications.

Handle the AC Power Cord Gently

When disconnecting the power cord from an AC outlet, always pull the plug; never pull the cord. If you do not intend to use the unit for any considerable length of time, disconnect the plug from the AC outlet.

Do Not Open the Cabinet

There are no user-serviceable components inside this product. Opening the cabinet may present a shock hazard, and any modification to the product will void your warranty. If water or any metal object such as a paper clip, wire or staple accidentally falls inside the unit, disconnect it from the AC power source immediately, and consult an authorized service center.

CATV or Antenna Grounding

If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to this product, be certain that it is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes and requirements of the grounding electrode.

NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER: This reminder is provided

to call the CATV (cable TV) system installer’s attention to article 820-40 of the NEC, which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as possible.

Installation Location

• To ensure proper operation and to avoid the potential for safety hazards,

place the unit on a firm and level surface. When placing the unit on a shelf, be certain that the shelf and any mounting hardware can support the weight of the product.

• Make certain that proper space is provided both above and below the

unit for ventilation. If this product will be installed in a cabinet or other enclosed area, make certain that there is sufficient air movement within the cabinet. Under some circumstances, a fan may be required.

• Do not place the unit directly on a carpeted surface.

• Avoid installation in extremely hot or cold locations, or in an area that is

exposed to direct sunlight or heating equipment.

• Avoid moist or humid locations.

• Do not obstruct the ventilation slots on the top of the unit, or place

objects directly over them.

• Due to the weight of the AVR 2600 and the heat generated by the ampli-

fiers, there is the remote possibility that the rubber padding on the bottom of the unit’s feet may leave marks on certain wood or veneer materials. Use caution when placing the unit on soft woods or other materials that may be damaged by heat or heavy objects. Some surface finishes may be particularly sensitive to absorbing such marks, due to a variety of factors

beyond our control, including the nature of the finish, cleaning materials used, and normal heat and vibration caused by the use of the product, or other factors. We recommend that caution be exercised in choosing an installation location for the component and in normal maintenance practices, as your warranty will not cover this type of damage to furniture.

Cleaning

When the unit gets dirty, wipe it with a clean, soft, dry cloth. If necessary, and only after unplugging the AC power cord, wipe it with a soft cloth dampened with mild soapy water, then a fresh cloth with clean water. Wipe it dry immediately with a dry cloth. NEVER use benzene, aerosol cleaners, thinner, alcohol or any other volatile cleaning agent. Do not use abrasive cleaners, as they may damage the finish of metal parts. Avoid spraying insecticide near the unit.

Moving the Unit

Before moving the unit, be certain to disconnect any interconnection cords with other components, and make certain that you disconnect the unit from the AC outlet.

Important Information for the User

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class-B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. The limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio-frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communication. However, there is no guarantee that harmful interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

NOTE: Changes or modifications may cause this unit to fail to comply with

Part 15 of the FCC Rules and may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

UNPACKING

The carton and shipping materials used to protect your new receiver during shipment were specially designed to cushion it from shock and vibration. We suggest that you save the carton and packing materials for use in shipping if you move, or should the unit ever need repair.

To minimize the size of the carton in storage, you may wish to flatten it. This is done by carefully slitting the tape seams on the bottom and collapsing the carton. Other cardboard inserts may be stored in the same manner. Packing materials that cannot be collapsed should be saved along with the carton in a plastic bag.

If you do not wish to save the packaging materials, please note that the carton and other sections of the shipping protection are recyclable. Please respect the environment and discard those materials at a local recycling center.

It is important that you remove the protective plastic film from the frontpanel lens. Leaving the film in place will affect the performance of your remote contro

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

2 SAFETY INFORMATION 5 INTRODUCTION 7 FRONT-PANEL CONTROLS 9 REAR-PANEL CONNECTIONS

12 MAIN REMOTE CONTROL

FUNCTIONS

15 INTRODUCTION TO HOME THEATER 16 CONNECTIONS 16 Speaker Connections 16 Subwoofer 16 Connecting Source Devices to the AVR 16 Audio Connections 16 Digital Audio 17 Analog Audio 17 Video Connections 17 Digital Video 17 Analog Video 18 Antennas 18 USB Port 19 SPEAKER PLACEMENT 20 GETTING STARTED 22 INSTALLATION 22 Step One – Connect Source Devices 22 Step Two – Connect TV 22 Step Three – Connect Loudspeakers 22 Step Four – Connect Optional Dock 22 Step Five – Connect FM Antenna 23 Step Six – Connect AM Antenna 23 Step Seven – Connect SIRIUS®Tuner Module 23 Step Eight – Connect Remote IR Inputs and Outputs 23 Step Nine – Install a Multizone System 23 Step Ten – Plug in AC Power Cords 23 Step Eleven – Insert Batteries in Remote 24 Step Twelve – Program Sources Into the Remote 24 Step Thirteen – Turn On the AVR 2600 25 INITIAL SETUP 25 Using the On-Screen Menu System 25 Configure the AVR 2600, Using EzSet/EQ™Technology 26 Set Up Sources 29 OPERATION 29 Turning On the AVR 2600 29 Volume Control 29 Dolby®Volume 30 Mute Function 30 Sleep Timer 30 Audio Effects 30 Video Modes 30 Headphones 30 Source Selection 30 Using the Radio 31 SIRIUS Satellite Radio Operation

31 Recording 32 Using Docking Station

33 iPod Manual Mode

33 Selecting a Surround Mode

35 ADVANCED FUNCTIONS 35 Audio Processing and Surround Sound 35 Analog Audio Signals 35 Digital Audio Signals 35 Surround Modes 36 Dolby Surround Settings 36 Manual Speaker Setup 39 Audio Effects 39 Video Adjustments 40 Video Modes 41 How to Adjust the Custom Picture Settings 42 Multizone Operation 42 Operating the Multizone System 42 System Settings 43 Advanced Remote Control Functions 44 Processor Reset 44 Memory 45 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 46 APPENDIX 62 Trademark Acknowledgments 62 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

For Canadian model

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. For models having a power cord with a polarized plug:

CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.

Modèle pour les Canadien

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Sur les modèles dont la fiche est polarisee:

ATTENTION: Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu’au fond.

INTRODUCTION

Please register your AVR 2600 at

www.harmankardon.com.

NOTE: You’ll need the product’s serial number. At the same

time, you can choose to be notified about new products and/or special promotions.

Thank you for choosing a Harman Kardon

product!

For more than fifty years, the Harman Kardon®mission has been to

share a passion for music and entertainment, using leading-edge

technology to achieve premium performance. Harman Kardon, Inc.,

invented the receiver, a single component designed to simplify

home entertainment without compromising performance. Over

the years, Harman Kardon products have become easier to use,

while offering more features and sounding better than ever. The

AVR 2600 multizone 7.1-channel digital audio/video receiver contin-

ues this tradition with some of the most advanced audio and video

processing capabilities yet, and a wealth of listening and viewing

options.

To obtain the maximum enjoyment from your new receiver, please

read this manual and refer back to it as you become more familiar

with its features and their operation.

If you have any questions about this product, its installation or its

operation, please contact your Harman Kardon retailer or custom

installer, or visit the Web site at www.harmankardon.com.

Harman Kardon AVR 2600 7.1-Channel Audio/Video Receiver

Audio Section

• 65 Watts x 7, seven channels driven at full power at 8 ohms, 20Hz – 20kHz, <0.07% THD, 455 watts total

• High-current capability, ultrawide-bandwidth amplifier design with low negative feedback

• All-discrete amplifier circuitry

• Quadruple-crossover bass management

• Dual 32-bit Cirrus Logic

DSP processor

• 192kHz/24-bit A/D and D/A conversion

• Sampling upconversion to 96kHz

• Dolby®Volume processing

Surround Modes

• Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD

• Dolby Pro Logic®II and IIx (Movie, Music and Game), up to 96kHz

• Harman Virtual Speaker

• Harman Headphone

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• DTS-HD High Resolution Audio

, DTS-HD Master Audio

• DTS®(5.1; DTS Stereo; DTS-ES®6.1 Discrete and Matrix)

• DTS 96/24™(DTS Stereo)

• DTS Neo:6®(Cinema 5-, 6- or 7-channel; Music 5-, 6- or 7-channel), up to 96kHz

• Logic 7

(Movie, Music and Game), up to 96kHz

• 5- or 7-Channel Stereo, up to 96kHz

• Surround Off (DSP or Analog Bypass)

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INTRODUCTION

Audio Inputs

• AM/FM/SIRIUS®* tuner

• Analog Audio 1 through 5

• Front-panel Analog Audio

• 6-/8-Channel Analog Audio

Audio/Video Inputs

• Three Composite Video

• Front-panel Composite Video

• Two Component Video 100MHz

• Four HDMI

• Faroudja DCDi Cinema

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Transcodes 480i composite video to component video

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(V.1.3a with Deep Color)

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video processing

format, with upscaling to 1080i

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Transcodes 480i video to HDMI output, with upscaling to 1080p

• dock** for iPod and iPhone connectivity with audio/video playback

Digital Audio Inputs

• Coaxial: two rear-panel/one front-panel

• Optical: two rear-panel/one front-panel

Outputs

• Subwoofer output

• Analog Audio 2 and 4

• Composite Video 2

• Video Monitor (composite and component)

• Digital Audio (one coaxial)

• HDMI (V.1.3a with Deep Color)

• Multizone Audio: speaker-level and line-level, both shared

with surround back channels

• Headphone

Ease of Use

• EzSet/EQ™automated setup (microphone supplied)

• Full-color user interface and setup menu, generated in high-definition video

• Two-line dot-matrix front-panel display

• Color-coded connections

• Programmable, eight-device main remote control

(includes AVR control over The Bridge III)

• Source input renaming

• Lip Sync Delay (up to 180msec)

• USB port for system upgrades

• Switched accessory power outlet

• Remote infrared (IR) input and output

• Zone 2 IR input

Supplied Accessories

The following accessory items are supplied with the AVR 2600. If any of these items are missing, please contact Harman Kardon customer service at www.harmankardon.com.

• System remote control

• EzSet/EQ microphone

• AM loop antenna

• FM wire antenna

• Four AAA batteries

• Two covers for front-panel jacks

SIRIUS Satellite Radio tuner and subscription to SIRIUS service required.

Hardware and service sold separately. SIRIUS service is not available in Alaska or Hawaii.

Charges iPod nano 4th generation, iPod touch 2nd generation, iPhone 3G,

iPod nano 3rd generation, iPod classic, iPhone, iPod touch 1st generation, iPod nano 2nd generation, iPod 5th generation, iPod nano 1st generation, iPod 4th generation, iPod mini. The Bridge III dock, iPod and iPhone are not included.

Resolution Navigation

Video

Modes

Source List

Back/Exit

Navigation

Headphone

Jack/EzSet/EQ

Microphone

Input

Digital

Audio Inputs

(Optical and

Coaxial Front)

Remote

IR Sensor

Video

Front Input

USB

Port

Analog Audio

Front Inputs

Surround

Modes

Audio

Effects

Setup

Standby/On

Switch

Info

Settings

Volume

Message DisplayPower

Indicator

Resolution Navigation

Video

Modes

Source List

Back/Exit

Navigation

Headphone

Jack/EzSet/EQ

Microphone

Input

Digital

Audio Inputs

(Optical and

Coaxial Front)

Remote

IR Sensor

Video

Front Input

USB

Port

Analog Audio

Front Inputs

Surround

Modes

Audio

Effects

Setup

Standby/On

Switch

Info

Settings

Volume

Message DisplayPower

Indicator

FRONT-PANEL CONTROLS

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NOTE: To make it easier to follow the instructions throughout the manual that refer to this illustration, a copy of this page may be downloaded from the Product

Support section at www.harmankardon.com.

FRONT-PANEL CONTROLS

Power Indicator: This LED has three possible modes:

• Main Power Off: When the AVR is unplugged or the rear-

panel Main Power Switch is off, this LED is off.

• Standby: Amber indicates that the AVR is ready to be turned on.

• On: When the AVR is turned on, this LED turns white.

NOTE: If the PROTECT message ever appears, turn off the

AVR and unplug it. Check all speaker wires for a possible short. If none is found, bring the unit to an authorized Harman Kardon service center for inspection and repair before using it again.

Standby/On Switch: This electrical switch turns the

receiver on, or places it in Standby mode for quick turn-on.

Setup Button: Press this button to access the AVR’s main

menu.

Info Settings Button: Press this button to directly access

the AVR’s Source Info submenu, which contains the settings for the current source.

Resolution: Press this button to access the AVR’s video output

resolution setting: 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p or 1080p/24 (if available on source and display).

IMPORTANT NOTE: If the AVR’s video output resolution is set higher than the capabilities of the actual connection, you will not see a picture. If the best available video connection from the AVR to the TV is composite video, press this button and change the resolution to 480i.

This jack is also used to connect the supplied microphone for the EzSet/EQ procedure described in the Initial Setup section.

USB Port: This port may be used in case a software upgrade

for the receiver is offered in the future. Do not connect a storage device, peripheral product or a PC here, unless instructed to do so as part of an upgrade procedure.

Digital Audio and Analog Audio/Video Front Inputs: Connect a source component that will only be used

temporarily, such as a digital camera or game console, to these jacks. Use only one type of audio and one type of video connection.

NOTE: The AVR’s menus refer to these jacks as the Optical Front, Coaxial Front, Composite Front, and Analog Front inputs.

Volume Knob: Turn this knob to raise or lower the volume. Message Display: Various messages appear in this two-line

display in response to commands and changes in the incoming signal. In normal operation, the current source name appears on the upper line, while the surround mode is displayed on the lower line. When the on-screen display menu system (OSD) is in use, the current menu settings appear.

Remote IR Sensor: This sensor receives infrared (IR)

commands from the remote control. It is important to ensure that it is not blocked. If covering the sensor is unavoidable, use an optional Harman Kardon HE 1000, or other infrared receiver, connecting it to the Remote IR Input on the AVR 2600’s rear panel.

Audio Effects: Press this button to directly access the Audio

Effects submenu, which allows adjustment of the tone and other audio controls. See the Initial Setup section for more information.

Video Modes: Press this button for direct access to the Video

Modes submenu, which contains settings that may be used to improve the picture, if necessary, after you have adjusted the picture settings using the video display or TV.

Surround Modes: Press this button to select a surround

sound (e.g., multichannel) mode. The Surround Modes menu will appear on screen, and the menu line will appear in the front-panel display. See the Advanced Functions section for more information on surround modes.

Source List: Press this button to select a source device,

which is a component where a playback signal originates, e.g., DVD.

Back/Exit: Press this button to return to the previous menu,

or to exit the menu system.

5/17/3 Navigation: These buttons are used to navigate the

AVR’s menus.

OK: Press this button to select the currently highlighted item. Headphone Jack/EzSet/EQ Microphone

Input: Plug a 1/4" headphone plug into this jack for private

listening.

Analog 1–5 Inputs

6/8 Channel

Inputs

Video

1, 2 & 3

Inputs

Remote

IR Input

Zone 2

IR Input

SIRIUS

Tuner

The Bridge III

Remote

IR Output

HDMI 1–4

Inputs

HDMI

Monitor

Output

Video

Monitor

Output

Center

Speaker

Outputs

Switched AC

Accessory

Outlet

Main

Power

Switch

Component

1 & 2

Inputs

Surround

Back/

Zone 2

Speaker

Outputs

Front

Speaker

Outputs

AM Antenna

FM Antenna

Analog 2 & 4

Audo Outputs

Surround

Speaker

Outputs

Component Video

Monitor Output

AC Power Cord

Video 2

Output

Subwoofer

Output

Coaxial

Digital

Audio

Output

Coaxial 1 & 2

Digital Audio Inputs

Optical 1& 2

Digital

Audio

Inputs

Fan Vents

REAR- PANEL CONNECTIONS

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NOTE: To make it easier to follow the instructions throughout the manual that refer to this illustration, a copy of this page may be downloaded from the Product

Support section at www.harmankardon.com.

REAR- PANEL CONNECTIONS

Main Power Switch: This mechanical switch turns the

power supply on or off. It is usually left on, and cannot be turned on or off using the remote control.

6-/8-Channel Inputs: Connect the multichannel analog

audio outputs of a non-HDMI player (DVD-Audio, SACD Disc™or HD-DVD, or any other external decoder) to these jacks. See page 30 for more information.

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, Blu-ray

Coaxial 1/2 and Optical 1/2 Digital Audio Inputs: If a source has a compatible digital audio output, and

if you are not using an HDMI connection for audio for the device, connect it to one of these jacks to hear digital audio formats, such as Dolby Digital, DTS and linear PCM. Use only one type of digital audio connection for each source.

Coaxial Digital Audio Output: If a source is also

an audio recorder, connect the Coaxial Digital Audio Output to the recorder’s matching input for improved recording quality. Only PCM digital audio signals are available for recording. Both coaxial and optical digital audio signals are available at this Digital Audio Output.

SIRIUS Tuner Jack: Connect a SIRIUS satellite radio tuner

module here.

Zone 2 Infrared (IR) Input: Connect a remote IR receiver

located in the remote zone of a multizone system to this jack to control the AVR (and any source devices connected to the Remote IR Output) from the remote zone.

Remote Infrared (IR) Input and Output: When the

remote IR receiver on the front panel is blocked, connect an optional IR receiver to the Remote IR Input jack. The Remote IR Output may be connected to the Remote IR Input of a compatible product to enable remote control through the AVR.

HDMI Inputs and Output: HDMI (High-Definition

Multimedia Interface) is a connection for transmitting digital audio and video signals between devices. Connect up to four HDMIequipped source devices to the HDMI inputs using a single-cable connection.

When you connect the HDMI Output to your video display, the AVR 2600 will automatically transcode analog video signals to the HDMI format, upscaling to as high as 1080p.

NOTE: When connecting a DVI-equipped display to one of the HDMI Outputs:

• Use an HDMI-to-DVI adapter.

• Make sure the display is HDCP-compliant. If it isn’t, do not connect it to an HDMI Output; use an analog video connection instead.

• Always make a separate audio connection.

Analog 1 – 5 Inputs: Connect the left and right analog

audio outputs of a source device to any of these inputs. These inputs may be paired with any video inputs.

NOTES:

• The Analog 2 and 4 inputs are each associated with a set of outputs. Consider using these connectors for an audio or video recorder.

• You may optionally connect a source to both an analog and digital audio input. This is useful for making recordings, for multizone applications or simply as a backup.

Analog 2 and 4 Outputs: Connect either of these analog

audio outputs to the analog audio inputs of a recording device. A signal is available at these outputs whenever an analog audio source is playing.

Subwoofer Output: If you have a powered subwoofer

with a line-level input, connect it to the Subwoofer Output.

The Bridge III Input: Connect a Harman Kardon

docking station (not included) to this input for use with most docking iPod models, 4G and later, iPhone or iPhone 3G (not included). Turn the receiver off (Standby mode) when connecting The Bridge III.

Fan Vents: This area contains vents used by the AVR 2600’s

fan to cool the system. Maintain a clearance of at least 3 inches from the nearest surface to avoid overheating the unit. It is normal for the fan to remain off at most normal volume levels. An automatic temperature sensor turns the fan on only when it is needed.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Never block the fan vents, as doing so could allow the AVR to overheat to dangerous levels.

Video 1/2 / 3 Inputs: Use these jacks to connect your videocapable source components (e.g., VCR, DVD player, cable TV box) to the receiver. Use only one type of video connection for each source.

Video 2 Output: Connect this analog video output to the

composite video input of a recording device. A signal is available at this output whenever an analog video source is playing.

Video Monitor Output: If any of your sources use

composite video connections, connect this monitor output to the corresponding input on your video display. If your video display is equipped with HDMI or component video inputs, this connection is unnecessary, as the AVR 2600 will convert the composite video source signal to the correct format for a single video-cable connection to the TV.

Component Video 1/2 Inputs: If a video source has

analog component video (Y/Pb/Pr) capability, and if you are not using an HDMI connection, connect the component video outputs of the source to one of the sets of component video inputs. Do not make any other video connections to that source.

Component Video Monitor Outputs: If you are

using one of the Component Video Inputs and your television or video display is component-video-capable (but does not have an HDMI input), connect these jacks to the video display.

REAR- PANEL CONNECTIONS

NOTES:

• Due to copy-protection restrictions, there is no output at the Component Video Monitor Outputs for HDCP-copyprotected sources.

• Composite video signals are upscaled to as high as 1080i and available at these outputs. If your video display’s best connection is component video, it is the only video connection required from the AVR to the display.

AM and FM Antenna Terminals: Connect the included

AM and FM antennas to their respective terminals for radio reception.

Front, Center and Surround Speaker Outputs:

Use two-conductor speaker wire to connect each set of terminals to the correct speaker. Remember to observe the correct polarity (positive and negative connections).

Surround Back/Zone 2 Speaker Outputs: These

speaker outputs are used for the surround back channels in a 7.1channel home theater, or may be reassigned to a remote room for multizone operation.

Switched AC Accessory Outlet: You may plug the

AC power cord of one source device into this outlet, and it will turn on whenever you turn on the receiver. Do not use a source that consumes more than 50 watts of power.

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AC Power Cord: After you have made all other connections,

plug the AC power cord into an unswitched wall outlet.

SETUP

INFO SLEEP

AVR Power Off

AVR Power On

Source Selectors

Audio Effects

Alphanumeric Keys

Soft keys

Volume

Mute

Device Power On Device Power Off

Surround Modes

Video Modes

Navigation

Activity

Disc Menu

Channel

Sleep Settings

Transport Controls

IR Transmitter Lens

Last

Back/Exit

Record

Info Settings

Setup

Zone Selector

MAIN REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS

NOTE: To make it easier to follow the instructions throughout the manual that refer to this illustration, a copy of this page may be downloaded from the Product Support section at www.harmankardon.com.

MAIN REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS

The AVR 2600 remote is capable of controlling 8 devices, including the AVR itself and an iPod docked in an optional The Bridge III. During the installation process, you may program the codes for each of your source components into the remote. To operate a component, press its Selector button to change the device mode.

Each Source Selector has been preprogrammed to control certain types of components, with only the codes specific to each brand and model changing, depending on which product code is programmed. The AUX and Cable/SAT Source Selectors may be used for multiple device types, depending on the first digit of the product code. Other Source Selectors may be reassigned to other device types (see Initial Setup section).

AUX Source Selector: CD player product codes begin

with 0, 1 or 2. VCR codes begin with 3 or 4. HDTV set-top box codes begin with 6, PVD codes begin with 7 and TiVo®set-top box codes begin with 8.

Cable/SAT Source Selector: Cable set-top box codes begin

with 0, 1 or 2, and satellite set-top box codes begin with 3 or 4.

IMPORTANT NOTE: All of the AVR 2600’s audio and video inputs are independently assignable. Select the inputs to which the device is physically connected during Initial setup. Any device may be connected to any compatible input and given any name (e.g., DVD or Game).

Most of the buttons on the remote have dedicated functions, although the precise codes transmitted vary depending on the device mode. Due to the wide variety of functions for various source devices, we have included only a few of the most-often used functions on the remote: alphanumeric keys, transport controls, television-channel control, menu access and power on and off.

Buttons dedicated to the AVR are available at any time, even in another device mode: AVR Power On and Off, Audio Effects, Video Modes, Surround Modes, Volume, Mute and Sleep Settings. Press the Setup Button near the bottom of the remote to return it to AVR mode.

A button’s function depends on which component is being controlled. See Table A13 in the appendix for listings of the functions for each type of component.

IR Transmitter Lens: As buttons are pressed on the

remote, infrared codes are emitted through this lens.

AVR Power On Button: Press to turn on the AVR. The

Master Power Switch on the rear panel must be on.

Device Power Off Button: Press a device’s Source

Selector, then press this button to turn off the device.

Device Power On Button: Press a device’s Source

Selector, then press this button to turn on the device.

Mute Button: Press to mute the AVR 2600’s speaker and

headphone outputs. To end the muting, press this button, adjust the volume, or turn off the receiver.

AVR Power Off Button: Press to turn off the AVR 2600.

Source Selectors: Press one of these buttons to select a

source device, e.g., DVD, CD, cable TV, satellite or HDTV tuner. This will also turn on the receiver and switch the remote’s device mode to operate the source. The first press of the Radio Selector switches the AVR to the last-used tuner band (AM, FM or SIRIUS). Each successive press changes the band.

While the DVD Source Selector may be used to operate either a Harman Kardon Blu-ray Disc player or a Harman Kardon DVD player, the default mode is to operate a Harman Kardon Blu-ray Disc player. To toggle between Harman Kardon Blu-ray Disc player and DVD player operation, press and hold the DVD Source Selector for 2 seconds. The source selector will flash twice to confirm that the remote’s mode has changed to operate the other type of disc player.

Audio Effects: Press to directly access the Audio Effects

submenu, which allows adjustment of the AVR’s tone and other audio controls. See the Initial Setup section for more information.

Video Modes: Press for direct access to the Video Modes

submenu, which contains picture settings to be used after you have adjusted the picture settings on the video display or TV. See the Advanced Functions section for more information.

Surround Modes: Press to directly access the Surround

Modes submenu. Select a Surround mode category: Auto Select, Virtual Surround, Stereo, Movie, Music or Video Game. The surround mode will change when the menu line is highlighted.

To change the surround mode for the selected category, press the OK Button when the menu line is highlighted and select one of the available surround mode options, using the 5/1 Buttons. Press the OK Button, or press the Back/Exit Button to exit the Surround Modes menu and display the next higher menu in the hierarchy.

See the Advanced Functions section for more information on surround modes.

Sleep Settings Button: Press to activate the sleep timer,

which turns off the receiver after a programmed period of time of up to 90 minutes. Each press increases the timer by 10 minutes, ending with the “Sleep Off” message.

Volume Control: Press to raise or lower the volume. Navigation

buttons are used to make selections within the menu system and to operate the tuner.

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and OK Buttons: These

Alphanumeric Keys: Use these buttons to enter numbers

for radio station frequencies or to select station presets.

Last Channel: When controlling a cable, satellite or HDTV

set-top box or a TV, press this button to return to the previous television channel.

Activity: With this button, up to eleven Activities may be

programmed to transmit a series of commands with a single press. Execute an Activity by pressing this button, then the Alphanumeric Key (or the AVR Power On or Off Button) into which it was programmed. See the Advanced Functions section for more information on Activities.

Back/Exit: Press to return to the previous menu or to exit the

menu system.

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MAIN REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Menu Button: This button is used within the Now Playing

menu for the tuner (including SIRIUS Radio), and The Bridge III, and to display the main menu on some source devices. To display the AVR 2600’s main menu, press the Setup Button.

Disc Menu: While a DVD is playing, press the DVD Source

Selector, then this button, to display the disc’s menu.

Soft Keys: These buttons are used with some source devices.

See Table A13 in the appendix for details. They are also used with a Teletext-capable television if your broadcast, cable or satellite provider offers Teletext service.

Channel/Page Control: When the tuner has been selected,

this control selects a preset radio station. While operating a cable, satellite or HDTV set-top box or a television, press these buttons to change channels.

Record Button: Use this button to make recordings when an

audio or video recorder is in use.

Setup Button: Press to display the AVR’s Main Menu, or to

switch the remote to AVR device mode.

Info Settings Button: Press to display the AVR’s Info

Menu, which contains the settings for the current source.

Zone Selector: Use this switch to select whether AVR

commands will affect the main listening area (Zone 1) or the remote zone of a multizone system (Zone 2). For normal operation, leave the switch in the Zone 1 position.

Track Skip: These buttons are used with source components

to change tracks or chapters.

Transport Controls: These buttons are used to control

source components and The Bridge III.

INTRODUCTION TO HOME THEATER

This introductory section will help you to familiarize yourself with some basic concepts unique to multichannel surround sound receivers, which will make setup and operation smoother.

Typical Home Theater System

A home theater typically includes an audio/video receiver, which controls the system; a disc player; a source component for television broadcasts (cable box, satellite dish receiver, HDTV tuner or antenna connected to the TV); a video display (television); and loudspeakers.

Multichannel Audio

The main benefit of a home theater system is the placement of loudspeakers around the room to produce “surround sound.” Surround sound immerses you in the presentation for increased realism.

The AVR 2600 may have up to seven speakers connected directly to it, plus a subwoofer. Each main speaker is powered by its own amplifier channel inside the receiver. A system with more than two speakers is called a multichannel system.

• Front Left and Right – The main speakers are used as

in a 2-channel system. In many surround modes, these speakers are secondary, while the main action, especially dialogue, is moved to the center speaker.

• Center – The center speaker is used for dialogue in movies

and television programs, allowing the dialogue to originate near the actors’ faces, for a more natural sound.

• Surround Left and Right – The surround speakers

improve directionality of ambient sounds. In addition, more loudspeakers play dynamic soundtracks without risk of overloading any one speaker.

power of an explosion, adding realism and excitement to your home theater. Some people use two subwoofers, for additional power and even distribution of the sound.

Surround Modes

There are different theories as to the best way to present surround sound and to distribute information to the speakers. A variety of algorithms have been developed in an effort to reproduce the way we hear sounds in the real world, resulting in a rich variety of options.

Several companies have taken surround sound in different directions:

• Dolby Laboratories – Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus,

Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Pro Logic II and IIx

• DTS – DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio,

DTS, DTS-ES (Discrete and Matrix), DTS Neo:6, DTS 96/24

• Harman International (the Harman Kardon parent company) – Logic 7, Harman Virtual Speaker,

Harman Headphone

• Stereo Modes – Generic modes that expand upon conventional 2-channel stereo, including 5- and 7-channel stereo

Table A13 in the appendix contains detailed explanations of the mode groups and the mode options available within each group. Digital modes, such as Dolby Digital and DTS, are only available with specially encoded programs, such as HDTV, Blu-ray Disc media and digital cable or satellite television. Other modes may be used with digital and analog signals to create a different surround presentation, or to use a different number of speakers. Surround Mode selection depends upon the number of speakers in your system, the materials you are watching or listening to, and your personal tastes.

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• Surround Back Left and Right – Additional surround

speakers may be placed behind the listening position, improving the precision of ambient sounds and allowing for more realistic pans.

The surround back speakers are used with surround modes designed for 7.1-channel systems, such as Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-ES (Discrete and Matrix), DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio and Logic 7 (7.1 modes). The surround back speakers are optional, and the AVR 2600 may be set up with a 5.1-channel system in the main listening area, and the surround back channels reassigned to a multizone system, where the surround back channels power loudspeakers located in another room.

Many people expect the surround speakers to play as loudly as the front speakers. Although all of the speakers in the system will be calibrated to sound equally loud at the listening position, most artists use the surround speakers for ambient effects only, and they program their materials to steer very little sound to these speakers.

• Subwoofer – A subwoofer is designed to play only the lowest

frequencies (the bass). It augments smaller, limited-range satellite speakers used for the other channels. Many digital-format programs, such as movies recorded in Dolby Digital, contain a low-frequency effects (LFE) channel which is directed to the subwoofer. The LFE channel packs the punch of a rumbling train or airplane, or the

CONNECTIONS

SubwooferPreout

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There are different types of audio and video connections used to connect the receiver, the speakers, the video display, and the source devices. The Consumer Electronics Association has established the CEA®color-coding standard. See Table 1.

Table 1 – Connection Color Guide

Audio Connections

Left Right Front (FL/FR) Center (C) Surround (SL/SR) Surround Back (SBL/SBR) Subwoofer (SUB)

Digital Audio Connections

Coaxial

Optical

Video Connections

Component Y Pb Pr Composite

S-Video

HDMI™ Connections (digital audio/video)

HDMI

White Red

Green Blue Gray

Brown Tan

Purple

Orange

Input Output

Green Blue Red

Yellow

Speaker Connections

Speaker cables carry an amplified signal from the receiver’s speaker terminals to each loudspeaker. They contain two wire conductors, or leads, inside plastic insulation, that are differentiated in some way, such as with colors or stripes.

The differentiation preserves polarity, without which low-frequency performance can suffer. Each speaker is connected to the receiver’s speaker-output terminals using two wires, one positive (+) and one negative (–). Always connect the positive terminal on the speaker, which is usually colored red, to the positive terminal on the receiver, which is colored as indicated in the Connection Color Guide (Table 1). The negative terminals are both black.

The AVR 2600 uses binding-post speaker terminals that can accept banana plugs or bare-wire cables.

Banana plugs are inserted into the hole in the middle of the terminal cap. See Figure 1.

Figure 1 – Binding-Post Speaker Terminals With Banana Plugs

Bare wire cables are installed as follows (see Figure 2):

1. Unscrew the terminal cap until the pass-through hole is revealed.

2. Insert the bare end of the wire into the hole.

3. Hand-tighten the cap until the wire is held snugly.

Subwoofer

The subwoofer is dedicated to the low frequencies (bass), which require more power. To obtain the best results, most speaker manufacturers offer powered subwoofers that contain their own amplifier. Usually, a line-level (nonamplified) connection is made from the receiver’s Subwoofer Output to a corresponding jack on the subwoofer, as shown in Figure 3.

Although the purple subwoofer outputs look similar to full-range analog audio jacks, they are filtered to allow only the low frequencies to pass. Don’t connect these outputs to any other devices.

Figure 3 – Subwoofer

CONNECTING SOURCE DEVICES TO THE AVR

Audio and video signals originate in “source devices,” including your Blu-ray Disc or DVD player, CD player, DVR (digital video recorder) or other recorder, tape deck, game console, cable or satellite television box, an iPod or iPhone docked in the optional The Bridge III docking station or MP3 player. The AVR’s tuner also counts as a source, even though no external connections are needed, other than the FM and AM antennas and the SIRIUS tuner module.

Separate connections are required for the audio and video portions of the signal, except for digital HDMI connections. The types of connections used depend upon the capabilities of the source device and video display.

Audio Connections

There are two types of audio connections: digital and analog. Digital audio signals are required for listening to sources encoded with digital surround modes, such as Dolby Digital and DTS, or for noncompressed PCM digital audio. There are three types of digital audio connections: HDMI, coaxial and optical. Do not use more than one type of digital audio connection for each source device. However, it’s okay to make both analog and digital audio connections to the same source.

NOTE: HDMI signals may carry both audio and video. If your video display device has an HDMI input, make a single HDMI connection from each source device to the AVR. Usually, a separate digital audio connection is not required. Turn the volume on your television all the way down.

Figure 2 – Binding-Post Speaker Terminals With Bare Wires

Digital Audio

The AVR 2600 is equipped with four HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) inputs, and one output. HDMI technology enables digital audio and video information to be carried using a single cable, delivering the highest quality picture and sound.

The AVR 2600 uses HDMI (V.1.3a with Deep Color) technology and is capable of processing both the audio and video components of the HDMI data, minimizing the number of cable connections in your system. The AVR 2600 implements Deep Color, which increases by an order of magnitude the shades of color that can

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Optical

Optical digital audio cable

Coaxial

Coaxial digital audio cable

be displayed, and the latest lossless multichannel audio formats, including Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio.

NOTE: Some DVD-Audio, SACD, Blu-ray Disc and HD-DVD players only output multichannel audio through their multichannel analog outputs. Make a separate analog audio connection in addition to the HDMI connection, which is still used for video and to listen to Dolby Digital, DTS or PCM materials that may be stored on the disc.

The AVR 2600 converts analog video signals to the HDMI format, including its on-screen menus, upscaling to high-definition 1080p resolution.

The HDMI connector is shaped for easy plug-in (see Figure 4). If your video display has a DVI input and is HDCP-compliant, use an HDMI-to-DVI adapter (not included). A separate audio connection is required. HDMI cable runs are limited to about 10 feet.

Figure 4 – HDMI Connection

If your video display or source device is not HDMI-capable, use one of the analog video connections (composite or component video) and a separate audio connection.

Coaxial digital audio jacks are usually color-coded in orange. Although they look similar to analog jacks, you should not connect coaxial digital audio outputs to analog inputs or vice versa. See Figure 5.

Figure 5 – Coaxial Digital Audio

Optical digital audio connectors are normally covered by a shutter to protect them from dust. The shutter opens as the cable is inserted. Input connectors are color-coded using a black shutter, while outputs use a gray shutter. See Figure 6.

nalog audio

cable (RCA)

Figure 7 – Analog Audio

The 6-/8-Channel Inputs are multichannel analog connections that are used with high-definition sources that decode the copy-protected digital content, such as some DVD-Audio, SACD, Blu-ray Disc and HD-DVD players. See Figure 8. The multichannel analog audio connection is not required for players compliant with HDMI version 1.1 or better, or that output linear PCM signals via an HDMI connection. Consult the owner’s guide for your disc player for more information, and see page 27.

Front Surround Center

Multichannel analog audio cable (RCA)

Figure 8 – Multichannel Analog Audio

White

Blue Green

Subwoofer

Red Gray Purple

The AVR 2600 also includes a proprietary, dedicated connection for The Bridge III docking station for the iPod or iPhone. If you own a docking iPod (most models, 4G or later), iPhone or iPhone 3G, connect The Bridge III (not included) to The Bridge III port on the receiver. See Figure 9. Dock your iPod or iPhone (not included) in The Bridge III, and you may listen to your audio materials through your high-performance audio system. You may view still images or video materials stored on a photo- or video-capable iPod that supports video browsing or iPhone. Use the AVR 2600 remote to control the iPod, with navigation messages displayed on the front panel and on a video display connected to the AVR. The Bridge III outputs analog audio to the AVR 2600, and is available to the multizone system.

Figure 9 – The Bridge III port

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Figure 6 – Optical Digital Audio

Analog Audio

Two-channel analog connections require two cables, one for the left channel (white) and one for the right channel (red). These two cables are often attached to each other. See Figure 7.

For sources that are capable of both digital and analog audio, you may make both connections.

The analog audio connection is required for multizone operation, as the AVR 2600’s multizone system is not capable of converting a digital signal to analog format. Use the analog audio connections with the Surround Back/Zone 2 speaker outputs, in case another 2-channel digital audio source is in use in the main listening area. The AVR 2600 is only capable of processing one PCM source at a time.

You may only record materials from DVDs or other copy-protected sources using analog connections. Remember to comply with all copyright laws, if you choose to make a copy for your own personal use.

Video Connections

Many sources output both audio and video signals (e.g., Blu-ray Disc or DVD player, cable television box, HDTV tuner, satellite box, VCR, DVR). In addition to the audio connection, make one type of video connection for each of these sources (only one at a time for any source).

Digital Video

If you have already connected a source device to one of the HDMI inputs, you have automatically made a video connection, as the HDMI signal includes both digital audio and video components.

Analog Video

There are two types of analog video connections used on the AVR 2600: composite video and component video.

Composite video is the basic connection most commonly available. The jack is usually color-coded yellow, and looks like an analog audio jack. Do not plug a composite video cable into an analog or coaxial digital audio jack, or vice versa. Both the chrominance (color) and luminance (intensity) components of the video signal are transmitted using a single cable. See Figure 10.

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Composite video cable

Figure 10 – Composite Video

Component video separates the video signal into three components – one luminance (“Y”) and two sub-sampled color signals (“Pb” and “Pr”) – that are transmitted using three separate cables. See Figure 11.

Green

Component video cable

Figure 11 – Component Video

Blue

Red

If it’s available on your video display, an HDMI connection is recommended as the best quality connection, followed by component video, and then composite video.

NOTES:

• HDCP-copy-protected sources are not available at the Component Video Monitor Outputs.

• Standard and high-definition analog video signals may be upscaled to 1080i resolution for the Component Video Monitor Outputs. For improved video performance, consider upgrading to an HDMI-capable video display with 1080p resolution.

with standard audio connections, labeled for “car and home use,” you will not be able to enjoy the AVR 2600’s ease of control.

USB PORT

The USB Port on the AVR 2600 is used only for software upgrades. If an upgrade for the receiver’s operating system is released in the future, it may be downloaded to the AVR using this port. Complete instructions will be provided at that time.

ANTENNAS

The AVR 2600 uses separate terminals for the included FM and AM antennas.

The FM antenna uses a 75-ohm F-connector. See Figure 12.

Figure 12 – FM Antenna

The AM loop antenna needs to be assembled. Connect the two leads to the spring terminals on the receiver. The AM antenna leads have no polarity, and you may connect them to either terminal. See Figure 13.

Figure 13 – AM Antenna

To enjoy SIRIUS satellite radio, purchase a SIRIUS-Ready tuner module and a subscription to the SIRIUS service. Visit www.sirius.com for information on SIRIUS-Ready tuner modules. The AVR 2600 is compatible with the SiriusConnect SC-H1 tuner module, using the 8-pin DIN cable included with the module, and it provides power for the tuner module, so that it is not necessary to use the AC adapter supplied with the tuner module. Although you may use a module

SPEAKER PLACEMENT

Alternate placement

for Side Surround

Left Speaker

(Blue)

Alternate placement

for Side Surround

Right Speaker

(Gray)

110°

150°

110°

150°

30° 30°

Green

SUB

Purple

Red

Gray

Blue

White

90°

150°

90°

150°

30° 30°

SBRSBL

Green

Purple

Red

Gray

Tan

Brown

Blue

White

SUB

Optimally, the speakers should be placed in a circle with the listening position at its center. The speakers should be angled so that they directly face the listening position.

Front Speaker Placement

The center speaker is placed either on top of, below or mounted on the wall above or below the video display screen.

The front left and right speakers are placed along the circle, about 30 degrees from the center speaker and angled toward the listener.

Place the front left/right and center speakers at the same height, preferably at about the same height as the listener’s ears. The center speaker should be no more than 2 feet above or below the left/right speakers. If you’re using only two speakers with the AVR 2600, place them in the front left and right positions.

Placement of the surround speakers depends on the number of speakers in your system.

Figure 14 – Speaker Placement (5.1-Channel System)

Placement of Surround Speakers in a

5.1-Channel System

The side surround speakers should be placed 110 degrees from the center speaker, slightly behind and angled toward the listener. Alternatively, place them behind the listener, with each surround speaker facing the opposite-side front speaker. See Figure 14. The surround speakers may be placed a little higher than the listener’s ears.

Placement of Surround Speakers in a

7.1-Channel System

In a 7.1-channel system, the side surround speakers are placed 90 degrees from the center speaker, directly to either side of the listening position. The surround back left and right speakers are placed 150 degrees from the center speaker, or directly facing the opposite-side front speaker. See Figure 15.

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Figure 15 – Speaker Placement (7.1-Channel System)

NOTE: Some speaker manufacturers offer 6.1-channel speaker systems, for 6.1-channel surround sound formats, such as Dolby Digital EX, DTS-ES Discrete and Matrix modes and DTS Neo:6 mode. Using the AVR 2600 in a 6.1-channel configuration is not recommended. The 6.1-channel formats will sound better when played through a 7.1-channel system. The same surround back channel information is played through both surround back speakers, but with twice the power and clarity.

To use the AVR 2600 with a 6.1-channel speaker system, place the single surround back speaker directly behind the listener, but do not connect it until after you have run the EzSet/EQ procedure for a 5.1-channel system. After the EzSet/EQ process finishes, connect the surround back speaker to the Surround Back Left Speaker Output. Then follow the directions in the Advanced Functions section for manual setup of the surround back speaker.

Subwoofer Placement

Placement of the subwoofer requires less precision, since lowfrequency sounds are omnidirectional. Placing the subwoofer close to a wall or in a corner will reinforce the low frequencies, and may create a “boomy” sound. Temporarily place the subwoofer where the listener normally sits, then walk around the room until the low frequencies sound best. Place the subwoofer in that spot.

NOTE: Your receiver will sound its best when the same model or brand loudspeaker is used for all positions.

GETTING STARTED

Installing the AVR 2600 and connecting it to the other system components can be complicated. To simplify installation, it is suggested that you design your system before you begin connecting wires and cables.

Although the rear-panel jacks allow for a variety of audio and video connections to other components, the AVR’s software organizes the connections into six conventional sources: Cable/SAT, DVD, TV, Game, Media Server and AUX. The internal sources (the optional The Bridge III dock for iPod, and the Radio) will be explained later.

Table A1 in the appendix indicates the default device types for each source, and the default audio/video connection assignments. If the defaults suit your system, then connect your devices to the audio/video inputs shown. Otherwise, design your system as explained below.

1. Best video connection type for your system:

Examine the video inputs on your TV or video display. Write down the best available video connection type here: ____________. The options, in order of preference, are: HDMI, DVI (must be HDCPcompliant), component video or composite video. This is the “system-best” video connection for your system.

2. Decide which source will be used for each device: Match up to six devices to the six conventional sources

listed in the Table 2 worksheet below. Use the AUX source for any of these device types: CD player, HDTV set-top box, personal video recorder (PVR), TiVo device or VCR.

NOTE: You may match any device type to any source. The device type is only relevant for programming control codes into the handheld remote and, as explained on page 24, you may reassign any Source Selector’s device type. Any audio or video source may be connected to any matching jack on the AVR, regardless of device type.

3. Best video connection for each source: Examine each source device and write down the best available type of video connection, but not better than the system-best connection. Leave blank audio-only sources, such as a CD player.

4. Best audio connection for each source: For each source device, write down the best available type of audio connection. See the note below, and if the HDMI connection may be used for audio, it is the best option. The other options, in order of preference, are: optical digital audio, coaxial digital audio, 2-channel analog audio.

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• For multichannel disc players, if both the device and the TV use HDMI connections for video, then check the owner’s manual for the device to determine whether it transmits multichannel audio via its HDMI output. If it does, then no separate audio connection is required. If not, write down the multichannel analog audio connection in addition to any other audio type. See page 27 for more information.

• If the device uses an HDCP-compliant DVI output for video, then connect it to one of the AVR’s HDMI Inputs using an HDMI-to-DVI adapter, but a separate audio connection will always be required.

5. Decide which sources to connect to each of the video inputs: Assign only one unique video input to

each source. Use the best type of video connection available for each source.

• If your system-best video connection is “HDMI”, select up to four HDMI source devices and assign them to one of the four numbered HDMI Inputs.

• If your system-best video connection is “Component”, or if you have source devices with component video outputs that weren’t assigned to one of the HDMI Inputs, assign up to two devices to one of the two numbered Component Video Inputs.

• If your system-best video connection is “Composite Video”, or if you have source devices with composite video outputs that have not been assigned to any other video input, then assign up to three devices to one of the three numbered composite video Inputs.

NOTE: If the source device is a video recorder that will be used to record from other devices connected to the AVR, assign the recorder to the Video 2 Input, which has a recording output. Any of the Coaxial or Optical Digital Inputs may be assigned to the recorder for audio, if it is capable of making digital audio recordings. To make analog recordings, assign either the Analog 2 or 4 Audio Inputs to the recorder, as both have recording outputs. It is not necessary to connect TiVo or PVR devices that will only record from their direct cable or satellite television signals to the AVR’s recording outputs.

Table 2 – Source Assignment Worksheet

Source Device Type Best Video Video Input Best Audio Audio Input Analog Audio

Connection Assigned Connection Assigned (may Input for (HDMI, DVI, (HDMI, Optical, be one digital Recording or Component, Coaxial, 2-Ch plus one or more Multizone Composite) Analog, 6-/8-Ch analog) Operation

Analog) Cable/SAT DVD TV Game Media Server AUX

6. Decide which audio inputs to connect to each source: Assign only one unique digital audio input to each digital

source. Assign analog audio inputs to analog sources, or as secondary connections for digital sources for backup, for recording or to make the source available to the multizone system.

• Any source using an HDMI Input requires no additional connection

for audio

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• For any source whose best audio connection is optical or coaxial

digital audio, assign one of the three Optical or three Coaxial Digital Audio Inputs. Do not connect both types of digital audio to the same source device.

• You may assign one of the 2-Channel Analog Audio Inputs to

a digital source.

• You may also assign the 6-/8-Channel Analog Audio Inputs,

if available, to a digital source. See page 27.

• Assign one of the six 2-channel Analog Audio Inputs to an

analog source.

unless:

The source doesn’t output multichannel audio through its HDMI output. Make a second connection to the 6-/8-Channel Analog Audio Inputs.

The source has an HDCP-compliant DVI output for video only. Assign a digital or analog audio input.

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NOTE: If the source device is a digital audio recorder, it may be used with any of the Coaxial or Optical Digital Audio Inputs and the Coaxial Digital Audio Output. Both coaxial and optical signals are available at the Coaxial Digital Audio Output. To make analog recordings, assign either the Analog 2 or 4 Audio Inputs to the recorder, as both have recording outputs.

INSTALLATION

You are now ready to begin installing the AVR. Before beginning to connect the various components to the receiver, turn off all devices, including the AVR 2600, and unplug their power cords.

Don’t plug in any of the power cords until you have finished making all of your connections.

The receiver generates heat. Select a location that leaves several inches of space on all sides. Avoid completely enclosing the receiver inside an unventilated cabinet. Place components on separate shelves rather than stacking them directly on top of the receiver.

Never block the AVR’s ventilation slots on the top and side panels. Doing so could cause the AVR to overheat, with potentially serious consequences.

select a location with a sturdy surface finish.

TIP: Label each cable before connecting it, to avoid mistakes. Write a description of the cable on a blank adhesive label, e.g., “DVD”, and fold the label around the cable about 6 inches from the end to be plugged into the AVR.

Almost all of the following installation steps are optional, depending on your system. Skip any step that does not apply to your system.

Some shelf surface finishes are delicate. Try to

STEP ONE – Connect Source Devices

Leaving all AC power cords unplugged, connect the source devices to the AVR using the audio and video inputs you assigned in Table 2.

STEP TWO – Connect TV

Connect the system-best video input on the TV to the corresponding video monitor output on the AVR.

2. Holding the cable with the wider part of the connector at the bottom, gently squeeze the tabs on each side as you insert it into the connector on the rear panel. See Figure 16.

Figure 16 – The Bridge III Connector

3. Place the black insert in The Bridge III, making sure to push it all the way down. See Figure 17.

NOTE: Do not place an iPod or iPhone in The Bridge III unless both the black insert and a dock adapter are installed. Otherwise, the iPod or iPhone will not connect properly, and both it and The Bridge III may sustain damage that is not covered by the warranty.

STEP THREE – Connect Loudspeakers

After you have placed your loudspeakers in the room as explained on page 19, connect each speaker to its color-coded terminal on the AVR. Maintain proper polarity by connecting the negative terminal on the speaker (usually colored black) to the negative terminal on the AVR (also colored black); and the positive terminal on the speaker (usually red) to the positive terminal on the AVR (color varies by channel; see Table 1 on page 16).

If you have a subwoofer, connect its line-level or LFE input to the purple Subwoofer Output.

NOTE: If the subwoofer only has speaker-level inputs, after you have configured the AVR using EzSet/EQ technology as described on page 25, connect the subwoofer’s left and right speaker input terminals to the AVR’s Front Left and Front Right Speaker Outputs, then connect the front left and right main speakers to the subwoofer’s left and right speaker output terminals. Consult the owner’s manual for the subwoofer for specific installation instructions.

STEP FOUR – Connect Optional Dock

To enjoy content stored on a compatible iPod or iPhone (not included):

1. Turn off the AVR, using its Standby/On Switch.

Figure 17 – Docking an iPod or iPhone in The Bridge III

4. Locate the dock adapter that was included with your iPod or iPhone, or select one of the included dock adapters by referring to Table 3. If your iPod or iPhone does not appear in Table 3 and did not include an adapter, contact Apple Inc. to purchase one.

Place the adapter in The Bridge III insert, as shown in Figure 17.

5. Remove the iPod or iPhone from any case, and dock it in The Bridge III, as shown in Figure 17.

Table 3 – Select the Correct The Bridge III Insert

The Bridge III Insert iPod Model

NANO iPod nano, 1st and 2nd generation 5G (VIDEO 60GB) iPod, 5th generation (60GB, 80GB),

and iPod classic (160GB)

5G (VIDEO 30GB) iPod, 5th generation (30GB), and

iPod classic (80GB) 13 iPod nano, 3rd and 4th generation 12, 14 iPod touch – install large bumper;

iPhone or iPhone 3G – install small

bumper

STEP FIVE – Connect FM Antenna

Connect the included FM antenna to the 75-ohm FM antenna terminal.

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STEP SIX – Connect AM Antenna

Assemble the included AM antenna (see Figure 18) and connect it to the AM and Ground antenna terminals. The antenna is not polarized, and either lead may be connected to either terminal.

Figure 18 – AM Antenna Assembly

STEP SEVEN – Connect SIRIUS Tuner Module

If you have purchased an optional SIRIUS tuner module designed for SIRIUS-Ready devices, plug it into the SIRIUS jack. Purchase a subscription and activate the module, following the instructions posted at www.sirius.com. Place the module within view of a south-facing window.

STEP EIGHT – Connect Remote IR Inputs and Outputs

The AVR 2600 is equipped with a Remote IR Input, a Zone 2 Input and a Remote IR Output to facilitate use of your system with a remote control in a variety of situations.

When the AVR 2600 is placed inside a cabinet or facing away from the listener, connect an external IR receiver, such as the optional Harman Kardon HE 1000, to the Remote IR Input jack. For multizone operation, connect an optional IR receiver, keypad or other control device to the Zone 2 IR Input for remote control of the AVR 2600 (and any sources connected to the AVR’s Remote IR Output) from the remote zone. Signals transmitted through the Zone 2 IR Input will control source selection and volume for the main or remote zone, depending on the setting of the remote’s Zone Selector. If a source device is shared with the main listening area, any control commands issued to that source will also affect the main room.

If any source devices are equipped with a compatible Remote IR Input, use a 1/8-inch mini-plug interconnect cable (not included) to connect the AVR’s Remote IR Output to the source device’s Remote IR Input.

To control more than one source device through the Remote IR Output, connect all sources in “daisy chain” fashion, connecting each device’s IR output to the next device’s IR input, starting with the AVR.

STEP NINE – Install a Multizone System

The AVR 2600 offers the ability to distribute audio to other areas in your home.

so may present a safety hazard. If you have any doubt about your ability to work with electrical and telecommunications wiring, hire a licensed electrician or custom installer to install the multizone system.

Multizone operation takes over the Surround Back/ Zone 2 amplifier channels, limiting the system in the main listening room to 5.1 channels.

1. Connect the remote room’s speakers directly to the Surround Back/Zone 2 Speaker Outputs.

Reassign the Surround Back amplifier channels to power the speakers (see page 42).

2. Connect IR Control Devices to the Zone 2 IR

Input

Connect an IR control device to the Zone 2 IR Input for remote-room control of the multizone system, source devices and volume in the remote zone.

NOTE: Only analog audio sources are available to the multizone system. For digital sources, make a second, analog audio connection. The Bridge III source is available to the multizone system.

STEP TEN – Plug in AC Power Cords

Before plugging the AVR into an unswitched electrical outlet, make sure the Main Power Switch on the rear panel is off, to prevent the possibility of damaging the AVR in case of a transient power surge.

You may plug one device that draws no more than 50 watts into the AC Switched Accessory Outlet on the rear panel. Turn on the device’s mechanical or master power switch, and that device will power on any time the AVR 2600 is turned on (some devices may require additional steps to power on from their standby mode). If the device has a clock or must always be on (such as a cable set-top box programmed to make recordings), do not plug it into this outlet.

Plug the AC Power cord into an unswitched AC outlet. It is recommended that you copy the appropriate information from

the Table 2 worksheet to Table A5 in the appendix for future reference, in the event changes are made to the system components.

STEP ELEVEN – Insert Batteries in Remote

The AVR 2600 remote control uses four AAA batteries (included). To remove the battery cover located on the back of the remote,

squeeze the tab and lift the cover. Insert the batteries as shown in Figure 19, observing the correct

polarity.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTE: Installing a multizone system typically requires running cables inside walls. Always comply with the appropriate safety codes when installing concealed wiring, particularly all applicable state and local building codes and the NEC (National Electrical Code). Failure to do

Figure 19 – Remote Battery Compartment

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Point the remote’s lens toward the front panel of the AVR 2600. Make sure no objects, such as furniture, are blocking the remote’s path to the receiver. Bright lights, fluorescent lights and plasma video displays may interfere with the remote’s functioning. The remote has a range of about 20 feet, depending on the lighting conditions. It may be used at an angle of up to 30 degrees to either side of the AVR.

Leave the Zone Selector Switch at the bottom in the Zone 1 position for normal use.

If the remote control seems to operate intermittently, or if pressing a button on the remote does not cause the Setup Button or one of the Source Selectors to light, check or replace the batteries.

STEP TWELVE – Program Sources Into the Remote

The AVR 2600 remote may be programmed to control many brands and models of DVD players, cable boxes, satellite receivers, the Harman Kardon DMC 1000 digital media center and TVs. It is also preprogrammed to operate your iPod when docked in The Bridge III.

To access the functions for a particular device, switch the remote’s device mode. Press the Setup Button to access the codes that control the receiver, or the Source Selector Buttons to access the codes for the devices programmed into the remote.

Follow these steps to program the correct codes for each source device into the remote:

1. Look up the codes for the product type (e.g., DVD, cable TV box) and the brand name of your source in Tables A14– A24 of the Appendix.

NOTE: The AUX Source Selector is used for CD, HDTV, PVD recorder, TiVo and VCR device types. Similarly, the Cable/SAT Source Selector is used for either a cable or satellite TV settop box. The first digit of the product code indicates the device type.

2. Turn on your source device.

3. Place the remote in program mode: Press and hold the Source Selector as it turns red, goes dark, and turns red again. Then release it.

Optional: To reassign a Source Selector’s device type (e.g., if

there are two DVD players in the system), press the Source Selector for the new device type now. For example, to reassign the Cable/SAT Source Selector to operate a DVD player, first press and hold the Cable/SAT Button, then press the DVD Button.

The remote control is preprogrammed at the factory to operate a Harman Kardon Blu-ray Disc player when in DVD device mode. It is not necessary to change the device type to program a DVD player’s codes.

4. Enter a code from Step 1, above. a) If the device turns off, press the Source Selector again to save

the code. It will flash and the remote will exit Program mode.

b) If the device does not turn off, enter another code. If you run

out of codes, search through all of the codes in the remote’s library for that product type by pressing the repeatedly until the device turns off. When the device turns off, save the code by pressing the Source Selector. It will flash, and the remote will exit Program mode.

5. Check that other functions control the device correctly. Sometimes

manufacturers use the same Power code for several models, while other codes vary. Repeat this process until you’ve programmed a satisfactory code set that operates most functions.

6. Find out which code number you have programmed by pressing

and holding the Source Selector to enter the Program mode. Press the OK Button, and the Source Selector will flash in the code sequence. One flash represents “1”, two flashes for “2”, and so forth. A series of many fast flashes represents “0”. Record the codes programmed for each device in Table A9 in the appendix.

Most of the button labels on the remote describe the button’s function when used to control the AVR 2600. However, the button may perform a different function when used to control another device. Refer to the Remote Control Function List, Table A13 in the Appendix.

Activities are preprogrammed code sequences that execute many code commands with a single button press. “Punch-through” programming allows the remote to operate a device’s channel or transport controls with the remote in another device’s mode. See page 43 for instructions on these advanced programming functions.

or 5Button

STEP THIRTEEN – Turn On the AVR 2600

Two steps are required the first time you turn on the AVR 2600.

1. Flip the rear-panel Main Power Switch to the “On” position. The

Power Indicator on the front panel will turn amber, indicating that the AVR is in Standby mode and is ready to be turned on. Normally, you may leave the Main Power Switch on, even when the receiver is not being used.

2. There are several ways to turn on the AVR from Standby mode.

a) Press the Standby/On Switch on the front panel. b) Using the remote, press the AVR Power On Button or any of

the Source Selectors.

NOTES:

• Any time you press one of the Source Selectors on the remote, the remote will switch device modes. To control the receiver, press the Setup Button. Some AVR functions are available in all device modes: Volume Controls (including Mute), Audio Effects, Video Modes, Surround Modes, Setup, Info Settings, Sleep Settings and AVR Power On and Off.

• If you do not see a picture within about one minute, refer to the Video Troubleshooting Tips on page 30.

INITIAL SETUP

In this section, you will configure the AVR 2600 to match your actual system. A video display must be connected to one of the video monitor outputs on the receiver.

USING THE ON-SCREEN MENU SYSTEM

Although it’s possible to configure the AVR using only the remote and the front-panel messages, it is easier to use the full-screen menu system.

The menu system is accessed by pressing the Setup Button on the remote or front panel.

The Main Menu will appear (see Figure 20), and if a video source is playing, it will be visible behind the transparent menu.

Figure 20 – Main Menu

NOTE: When using the AVR’s on-screen menu system, a video output resolution of 720p or higher is recommended for easiest viewing, and to provide graphics that simplify some configuration options. Depending on the resolution selected, the menus shown by your system may vary in appearance.

The main menu system consists of five submenus: Source Selection, Setup Source, Speaker Setup, Zone 2 and System.

Use the 5/17/3 Buttons on the remote or front panel to navigate the menu system, and press the OK Button to select a menu or setting line, or to enter a new setting.

The current menu, setting line or setting will appear in the Message Display, as well as on screen.

To return to the previous menu or exit the menu system, press the Back/Exit Button. Be certain all settings are correct, as any changes you have made will be retained.

Most users should follow the instructions in this Initial Setup section to configure a basic home theater system. You may return to these menus at any time to make additional adjustments, such as those described in the Advanced Functions section.

Before beginning initial setup, all loudspeakers, a video display and all source devices should be connected. You should be able to turn on the receiver and view the main menu when you press the Setup Button. If necessary, reread the Installation Section and the beginning of this section before continuing.

Until recently, most receivers required manual calibration and configuration, a tedious process that called for a good ear or the purchase of an SPL (sound-pressure level) meter. Although you may configure the AVR 2600 manually, as described in the Advanced Functions section, it is recommended that you take advantage of the signature Harman Kardon EzSet/EQ system.

Eliminate extraneous background noise, such as noisy air conditioning. Avoid making any loud noises while running EzSet/EQ setup.

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTE: During the EzSet/EQ procedure, a series of very loud test sweeps will be played through all of the speakers. Avoid sitting or standing close to any one speaker during the procedure. If you are particularly sensitive to loud noises, you may wish to leave the room and have someone else run the EzSet/EQ process.

STEP ONE – Place the included EzSet/EQ microphone in the

listening position or in the center of the room, at about the same height as the listeners’ ears. The microphone features a threaded insert on the bottom, for mounting on a camera tripod.

STEP TWO – Plug the EzSet/EQ microphone into the

Headphone Jack/EzSet/EQ Microphone Input Jack on the front of the receiver, and set the level control on the subwoofer to the halfway point.

STEP THREE – Turn on the AVR 2600 and the video

display. Press the Setup Button to display the Main Menu. Use the 5 Button to highlight the Speaker Setup line, then press the OK Button. See Figure 21.

Figure 21 – Speaker Setup Menu Screen

Select “Automatic Setup-EzSet/EQ”, and the screen shown in Figure 22 will appear.

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Configure the AVR 2600, Using EzSet/EQ Technology

One of the most important steps in setting up a home theater system is to calibrate the receiver to match the loudspeakers, optimizing sound reproduction.

Figure 22 – EzSet/EQ Screen

To return to the Speaker Setup menu without starting the EzSet/EQ process, select Back. When you are ready to begin, select Continue.

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NOTE: The AVR 2600 will automatically set its master volume to – 25dB.

STEP FOUR – After you select “Continue”, the screen shown

in Figure 23 will appear. Select the number of speakers in your system. Select 5.1 if no surround back speakers are present or if the surround back channels will be used for multizone operation.

Figure 23 – EzSet/EQ: Number of Speakers

NOTE: If there are fewer than five main speakers in your system, do not use the EzSet/EQ process. Instead, proceed as described in the Advanced Functions section. If you have selected a 6.1-channel configuration with a single surround back speaker, use EzSet/EQ automatic configuration for

5.1 speakers, connect the single surround back speaker to the left Surround Back Speaker Output, then configure the surround back speaker manually, as described in the Advanced Functions section. The 6.1-channel configuration is not recommended. If the subwoofer is to be connected to the Front Speaker Outputs, do not connect the subwoofer until after running the EzSet/EQ process.

The test will begin, and the screen shown in Figure 24 will appear. Maintain silence during the EzSet/EQ configuration.

Set Up Sources

The Info Settings menu is used to assign the correct physical audio and video connections to each source.

The following settings are not optional and must be adjusted now to enable playback of each source: Video Input From Source, Audio Input From Source and Resolution to Display. The other settings may be adjusted later.

To display the Info Settings menu, press the Info Settings Button (front panel or remote). Or, from the Main Menu, select the Setup Source line and select a source from the slide-in menu. A screen similar to the one shown in Figure 25 will appear.

Figure 25 – Setup Source Menu

Audio Effects: Displays the Audio Effects submenu, where

you may adjust the Dolby Volume setting, the bass and treble tone controls, the LFE trim, the Equalization On/Off setting and the MP3 enhancement for each source independently. Leave this submenu at its default settings, and return to it later if your system requires fine-tuning. See the Advanced Functions section for more information.

Video Modes: Displays the Video Modes submenu, where you

may make picture adjustments for each source independently. Leave the settings at their factory defaults. Picture adjustments should be made to your video display first, with this menu used only for finetuning. See the Advanced Functions section for more information.

Figure 24 – EzSet/EQ in Progress

As the EzSet/EQ system tests each speaker, its position will appear on screen. If the test sweep is heard from a different speaker than the one indicated on screen, turn off the AVR and check the speakerwire connections, then begin again.

When the test is completed, select the Continue option. These options will be displayed:

•

View Settings: Select to view the results of the EzSet/EQ

procedure.

Done: Select to return to the Speaker Setup menu.

• See the Advanced Functions section for instructions on how to

manually configure the speakers or manually adjust the settings established by the EzSet/EQ process.

Surround Modes: Displays the Surround Modes submenu, where you may program surround modes for movies, music and games for each source independently.

Digital surround signals, such as Dolby Digital and DTS, are automatically played in their native formats, although you may change the surround mode. See the Advanced Functions section for more information.

Audio Format From Source: This line is informational

only. When a digital program is playing, its format will be identified here. When analog audio programs are playing, this line displays ANALOG.

Audio and Video Input Selection

See Table A2 in the appendix for the factory default input assignments for each source. You may assign any available input to any source using the Info Settings menu.

When a source is selected, the AVR will check the assigned digital audio input for a signal. If one is present, the digital input will be selected. If not, the AVR will select the analog audio input specified at the Audio Auto Polling line of the Info Settings menu. If you don’t want the AVR to select an analog audio input for the source, leave this setting at its default of Off.

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The AVR will also select the assigned video source. The only “audioonly” sources on the AVR 2600 are the Radio and The Bridge III (video may be available; see page 32), which use special on-screen menus. For external sources, if no video signal is present, the display will remain black. You may pair an audio device with an A/V device’s video signal using the Info Settings menu. Sources may share audio or video inputs.

NOTE: The Bridge III obtains its audio and video signals (when available) from the iPod or iPhone docked in it, and it may not be used with other audio or video sources.

Video Input From Source: Assign the correct video

input. Refer to Table 2, where you noted the physical video input the source is connected to, and select that input here.

Audio Input From Source: Assign the correct analog or

digital audio input. Refer to Table 2, where you noted the physical audio input the source is connected to, and select that input here. If both analog and digital audio connections were made, select the digital input here, and select the analog input at the Audio Auto Polling and Zone 2 Audio lines below.

6-/8-Channel Inputs

The 6-/8-Channel Analog Audio Inputs are used when playing certain multichannel discs (DVD-Audio, Blu-ray Disc, SACD and HD-DVD) on a player that decodes the audio and outputs it via its multichannel analog audio outputs but not via its HDMI output.

HDMI-Equipped Multichannel Disc Player:

• Connect the player’s HDMI output to one of the AVR’s HDMI Inputs. No other connections are necessary.

• Assign the HDMI Input to both the Audio and Video Input From Source settings.

HDMI-Equipped Multichannel Disc Player That Does Not Output Multichannel Audio via an HDMI Connection:

• Connect the player’s HDMI output and its multichannel analog audio outputs to one of the AVR’s HDMI Inputs and to the AVR’s 6-/8-Channel Analog Audio Inputs.

• Assign the HDMI Input to both the Audio and Video Input From Source settings.

• When listening to DVD-Video discs, CDs or other materials outputting standard-definition digital audio, do nothing, as long as the HDMI Input is assigned to the Audio Input From Source setting.

• To listen to high-resolution multichannel discs, change the Audio Input From Source setting to “6/8 Channel”. Change it back to the HDMI Input to listen to standard-resolution digital materials.

Multichannel Disc Player Without HDMI Output, or When Video Display Has No HDMI Input:

• Connect the player’s component video outputs to one set of Component Video Inputs on the AVR. Depending on the capabilities of the player and your video display, you may need to use a composite video connection instead.

• Connect the player’s digital audio output to a digital audio input on the AVR.

• Connect the player’s multichannel audio outputs to the AVR’s 6-/8-Channel Analog Audio Inputs.

• Assign the correct digital audio and analog video inputs to the Audio and Video Input From Source settings.

• When listening to DVD-Video discs, CDs or other materials outputting standard-definition digital audio, do nothing, as long as the correct digital audio input is assigned to the Audio Input From Source setting.

• To listen to high-resolution multichannel discs, change the Audio Input From Source setting to “6/8 Channel”. Change it back to the digital audio input to listen to standard-resolution digital materials.

NOTE: The 6-/8-Channel Inputs pass the incoming signals directly to the volume control, without digitizing or processing them. It is not possible to change the surround mode or adjust any of the audio controls in the Audio Effects menu when using the 6-/8-Channel Inputs. Configure the bass management settings (i.e., speaker size, delay and output level) on your source device to match the settings programmed using the EzSet/EQ procedure, which may be viewed using the Speaker Setup menu (see Advanced Functions section). Consult the owner’s guide for your multichannel player for more information.

Resolution to Display: This setting reflects the video

output resolution, which is dependent upon the capabilities of the video display.

• If the display is connected to the AVR’s HDMI Output, the two devices will communicate with each other, and the AVR will automatically select the best available video output resolution.

• If the display is connected to the AVR’s Component Video Outputs, there is no automatic detection of the display’s capabilities, and the video output resolution must be manually adjusted to match the display’s capabilities (which may be obtained from the display’s manual or its manufacturer’s Web site).

• If the display is connected to the AVR’s Composite Video Monitor Output, the video output resolution must be set to 480i (the factory default) to view any content, including the AVR’s own menus.

Adjust the resolution by pressing the front-panel Resolution Button and using the 1/5 Buttons until the correct setting appears in the front-panel Message Display. For composite video, the correct setting is 480i. For component video, it is the highest resolution where a picture is visible. You will be prompted to accept or cancel the resolution change; the CANCEL message will appear on the front panel. Press the OK Button.

5 Button to view the ACCEPT option, and then press the

NOTE: When the display has a DVI input which is connected to the AVR using an HDMI-to-DVI adapter, the picture will be distorted or blank if the display is not HDCP-compliant. In that case, a different video connection must be used (component or composite).

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Resolution From Source: Informational only. Indicates

the resolution of the video output by the source device.

HDMI Bypass: When an HDMI source signal is in use and

the system includes an HDMI-capable display, the HDMI Bypass mode passes the source signal directly to the HDMI output, bypassing all video processing within the AVR, including video output resolution adjustment. To allow the AVR to process all video, including “blending” the source video with its on-screen messages and menus so that you may adjust the AVR without missing any portion of the program, turn this setting off. When the HDMI Bypass mode is on, it is not possible to “blend” the video source signal with the AVR’s on-screen menus. When any remote or front-panel buttons are pressed, the AVR will momentarily exit HDMI Bypass mode and display the on-screen menu on a black background. After the menu is cleared from the screen, either by timing out or when the Back/Exit Button is pressed, the AVR will return to HDMI Bypass mode.

Change Name: Change the display name for your source,

which is useful if your source’s device type is different from the available source names. Select this line and use the to scroll forward or reverse through the alphanumeric characters. When the desired character appears, use the 3 Button to move the cursor to the next position. Move the cursor again to leave a blank space. When you have finished, press the OK Button. The name will appear on the front panel and next to its original name, e.g., DVD, throughout the on-screen menu system. To clear the entry without making any changes, scroll to the blank character before “A”.

5/1 Buttons

Zone 2 Audio: Determines the audio source for the multizone

system remote zone. Select the analog audio input the source is connected to. Digital audio is not available to the multizone system.

Press the Back/Exit Button, then return to the Setup Source line of the Main Menu to configure the next source. When you have finished, press the Back/Exit Button to clear the menus from view.

You are now ready to begin enjoying your new receiver!

Adjust Lip Sync: Resynchronizes the audio and video

signals from a source to eliminate a “lip sync” problem. Lip sync issues can occur when the video portion of a signal undergoes additional processing in either the source or the video display. The Lip Sync adjuster appears by itself, enabling you to view the video while listening to the audio. Use the 7/3 Buttons to delay the audio by up to 180ms. See Figure 26.

Figure 26 – Adjust Lip Sync

Audio Auto Polling: Used when both analog and digital

audio connections are made. When no digital signal is present, the AVR will automatically switch to the analog audio input.

This can be useful for older cable television systems that broadcast channels in both analog and digital audio.

If an analog audio connection was made, select it here. If not, choose the Off setting, and the AVR will always use the digital audio connection.

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Now that you have installed your components and completed a basic configuration, you are ready to begin enjoying your home theater system.

TURNING ON THE AVR 2600

Flip the rear-panel Main Power Switch to the “On” position. The Power Indicator on the front panel will turn amber, indicating that the AVR is in Standby mode and is ready to be turned on. The Main Power Switch is normally left on.

There are several ways to turn on the AVR 2600: a) Press the Standby/On Switch on the front panel. b) Using the remote, press the AVR Power On Button or any of the

Source Selectors.

To turn the receiver off, press either the Standby/On Switch on the front panel or the AVR Power Off Button on the remote control. Unless the receiver will not be used for an extended period of time, leave the Main Power Switch on. When the Main Power Switch is turned off, any settings you have programmed will be preserved for up to four weeks.

IMPORTANT NOTE: If the PROTECT message ever appears in the Message Display, turn off the AVR and unplug it. Check all speaker wires for a short. If none is found, bring the unit to an authorized Harman Kardon service center for inspection and repair before using it again.

endeavors to re-create the reference presentation that was heard in the recording studio without losing portions of the program at the typically lower volume levels often used in the home. When the Modeler module is active, you may notice details of the performance that were hidden when the program was played on other equipment.

NOTE: The Dolby Volume processor is not used to level volume across sources.

To adjust the Dolby Volume setting, press the Audio Effects Button. A screen similar to the one shown in Figure 27 will appear. Move the cursor to highlight the Dolby Volume setting, and each press of the OK Button will switch to one of the options in Table 4 below. The settings do not refer to the volume level, which is adjusted normally using the Volume Control, but rather to the amount of Dolby Volume processing desired.

Figure 27 – Adjust Dolby Volume

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VOLUME CONTROL

Adjust the volume either by turning the knob on the front panel (clockwise to increase volume or counterclockwise to decrease volume), or by pressing the Volume Control on the remote. The volume is displayed as a negative number of decibels (dB) below the 0dB reference point.

0dB is the maximum recommended volume for the AVR 2600. Although it’s possible to turn the volume to a higher level, doing so may damage your hearing and your speakers. For certain more dynamic audio materials, even 0dB may be too high, allowing for damage to equipment. Use caution with regard to volume levels.

To change the volume level display from the default decibel scale to a 0-to-90 scale, adjust the Volume Units setting in the System Settings menu, as described on page 42.

Dolby Volume

The AVR 2600 implements Dolby Volume processing, which can improve the audio performance of the system by revealing subtle details even at normal home-listening volumes.

One concern of the typical home theater listener is that volumes can vary widely for different programs played by a source, e.g., television commercial advertisements are often much louder than the main feature. Another is that details heard in the recording studio at typically high reference volumes are lost at the lower volumes used by many listeners.

The AVR 2600 uses two Dolby Volume techniques to address these issues. The Leveler module maintains a consistent listening volume within a source, e.g., while watching commercial television or while listening to different tracks on a data CD. The Modeler module

Table 4 – Dolby Volume Settings

Setting Effect Off No Dolby Volume processing Low Only Dolby Volume Modeler module is active Medium Both Modeler and Leveler modules are active;

Leveler module has a value of 3

Max Both Modeler and Leveler modules are active;

Leveler module has a value of 9

NOTE: Dolby Volume processing is compatible with sources recorded at a sampling rate of 48kHz. High-resolution sources, such as DTS 96/24, will be decoded at 48kHz. DTS 96/24 programs will be played in DTS 5.1 mode. To hear DTS 96/24 materials in high resolution, turn off Dolby Volume processing.

Dolby Volume Calibration Offset

Calibration Offset is a feature of Dolby Volume processing that allows you to adjust the calibration of the AVR 2600 to optimally match your speakers and listening environment. The AVR 2600 is calibrated with the average speaker sensitivity in mind; however, different speakers may have different sensitivities. Use Calibration Offset to adjust the calibration of the AVR 2600 according to the types of speakers you have.

The average home audio speaker sensitivity is 88dB SPL (8 ohms, 1 watt, 1 meter). Check the sensitivity specification for your loudspeakers, found in the owner’s manual or on the manufacturer’s Web site. If your speakers have a sensitivity rating greater than 88dB SPL, increase Calibration Offset by the difference between

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your speakers’ sensitivity and 88dB. If they have a sensitivity rating of less than 88dB SPL, decrease Calibration Offset by the difference between your speakers’ sensitivity and 88dB.

To adjust the Calibration Offset, press the Setup Button and scroll to the System Setup menu, then select it. Scroll to the Dolby Volume Calibration line, which defaults to 0dB. Use the adjust the setting within the range of –10dB to +10dB.

7/3 Buttons to

MUTE FUNCTION

To temporarily mute all speakers and the headphones, press the Mute Button on the remote. Any recording in progress will not be affected. The MUTE message will appear in the display as a reminder. To restore normal audio, press the Mute Button again, or adjust the volume. Turning off the AVR will also end muting.

SLEEP TIMER

The sleep timer sets the AVR to play for up to 90 minutes and then turn off automatically.

Press the Sleep Settings Button on the remote, and the time until turn-off will be displayed. Each additional press of the Sleep Button increases the play time by 10 minutes, with a maximum of 90 minutes. The SLEEP OFF setting disables the sleep timer.

When the sleep timer has been set, the front-panel display will automatically dim to half-brightness.

If you press the Sleep Button after the timer has been set, the remaining play time will be displayed. Press the Sleep Button again to change the play time.

AUDIO EFFECTS

Adjust the Dolby Volume setting, tone controls, LFE trim, Equalization On/Off setting or MP3 enhancement to improve performance. Access these settings from the Audio Effects submenu, as described in the Advanced Functions section.

It is recommended that you leave the settings at their default values until you are more familiar with your system.

SOURCE SELECTION

Press the front-panel Source List Button. Use the 5/1 Buttons to scroll through the sources. Using the on-screen menus, press the Setup Button, highlight “Source Select” and press the OK Button. Scroll to the desired source in the slide-show menu and press the OK Button.

For direct access to any source, press its Source Selector on the remote.

The AVR selects the audio and video inputs assigned to the source, and any other settings made during setup.

The source name, the audio and video inputs assigned to the source, and the surround mode will appear on the front panel. The source name and surround mode will also appear on screen.

VIDEO TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS:

If there is no picture:

• Check the source selection and video input assignment.

• Check the wires for a loose or incorrect connection.

• Check the video input selection on the display device (TV).

• Press the front-panel Resolution Button and use the

5/1 Buttons until the correct video output resolution is

selected and a picture appears. The CANCEL message will appear. Press the 5Button to view the ACCEPT option, then press the OK Button.

Additional Tips for HDMI Connections:

• Turn off all devices (including the TV, AVR and any source components).

• Unplug the HDMI cables, starting with the cable between the TV and AVR, and continuing with the cables between the AVR and each source device.

• Carefully reconnect the cables from the source devices to the AVR. Connect the cable from the AVR to the TV last.

• Turn on the devices in this order: TV, AVR, source devices.

VIDEO MODES

The settings in the Video Modes menu are used to fine-tune the picture, if necessary, after making all adjustments on the video display. It is recommended that you leave the settings at their defaults. See the Advanced Functions section for detailed information.

HEADPHONES

Plug the 1/4-inch plug on a pair of headphones into the front-panel jack for private listening. The default Headphone Bypass mode delivers a conventional 2-channel signal to the headphones.

Press the Surround Modes Button on the front panel or the remote, to switch to Harman Headphone virtual surround processing, which emulates a 5.1-channel speaker system. No other surround modes are available for the headphones.

USING THE RADIO

To select the AVR 2600’s built-in radio:

1. Press the Source List Button on the front panel. Use the

5/1 Buttons to scroll to the desired band.

2. Press the Radio Source Selector on the remote. Press it again to switch bands (AM, FM or SIRIUS).

A screen similar to the one shown in Figure 28 will appear. The SIRIUS band uses a different screen.

Figure 28 – FM Radio

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